{"title":"Vivian Boland OP","description":"\u003cp\u003eVivian Boland OP offers profound reflections on faith and spirituality, inviting readers to explore the depths of Catholic tradition with clarity and reverence. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Spirit of Catholicism\u003c\/em\u003e, blend thoughtful theology with accessible insight, making complex ideas relatable to both seasoned believers and those new to the faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, readers will discover a thoughtful engagement with religious themes that encourages personal growth and understanding. Boland’s writing embodies a contemplative spirit, ideal for those seeking a deeper connection to Catholic thought and spiritual life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-spirit-of-catholicism-by-vivian-boland-op-9781399414159","title":"The Spirit of Catholicism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Catholic Church seems to be in serious crisis – disfigured by scandals, divided by theological, cultural and political differences, retreating institutionally in many places, judged irrelevant by a culture that believes it has outgrown this kind of religious faith.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYet the number of practising Catholics increases each year, a growing membership that seeks to be well grounded spiritually, intellectually and pastorally. Many younger people are curious to know and experience traditional and historical realities. Thus, the need for an informed and reflective restatement of \u003cem\u003eThe Spirit of Catholicism\u003c\/em\u003e has never been more urgent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this clear and intelligible book, Vivian Boland presents the substance of Catholic belief and life, what the \u003cem\u003eres catholica\u003c\/em\u003e believes itself essentially to be. From its basis in the Bible, learning from key figures of Christian history, and in the full light of Pope Francis’s missionary ethos, this account of Catholicism casts new light on familiar teachings, the treasure carried by this ‘earthen vessel’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeither apologetic nor controversial, it shows how embodiment is at the heart of Catholicism – Christ, Mary, sacraments, a historical institution. It shows how this body is structured and develops into a form of life marked by a special kind of fraternity and resulting in a particular presence in human history and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCatholic teachings about Mary and the Eucharist, about hierarchy and authority, about spiritual life and pastoral care, about holiness and love, are presented in their deepest and fullest context: Christ as the Son of God and head of humanity, the Holy Spirit giving energy and new life, and the Father, the great love that awaits us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428327735532,"sku":"9781399414159","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399414159.jpg?v=1774477607"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/vivian-boland-op.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}